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Good statistical practice for natural resources research
1 online resource (xviii, 388 pages) : illustrations, charts
This book provides a practical guide to using statistics in natural resources research. It discusses both biophysical and socioeconomic aspects of research and may help bring them together, as is necessary for successful natural resource management (NRM). The topics covered include the types of study in NRM, research planning, data management, and modern methods of data analysis. This book will be of interest to advanced students and professionals in all disciplines in agriculture, forestry, rural development, environmental and related sciences. The book has 23 chapters and a subject index.
What is Natural Resources Research? -- At Least Read This ... -- Sidetracks -- Introduction to Research Planning -- Concepts Underlying Experiments -- Sampling Concepts -- Surveys and Studies of Human Subjects -- Surveying Land and Natural Populations -- Planning Effective Experiments -- Data Management Issues and Problems -- Use of Spreadsheet Packages -- The Role of a Database Package -- Developing a Data Management Strategy -- Use of Statistical Software -- Analysis : Aims and Approaches -- The DIY Toolbox : General Ideas -- Analysis of Survey Data -- Analysis of Experimental Data -- General Linear Models -- The Craftsman's Toolbox -- Informative Presentation of Tables, Graphs and Statistics -- Current Trends and their Implications for Good Practice -- Resources and Further Reading.
edited by Roger Stern, Statistical Services Centre, University of Reading, UK, Richard Coe, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), Nairobi, Kenya, Eleanor Allan, Statistical Services Centre, University of Reading, UK, and Ian Dale, Statistical Services Centre, University of Reading, UK.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Natural Resource Economics, (New March 2000)
Oxfordshire, UK ; Cambridge, MA : CABI Pub., c2004.